2023 Domaine Chandon de Briailles Ile des Vergelesses Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru, France Leipold Coming from one of the

Coming from one of the most severe vineyards Ive ever seen

only 20% of which are new

and finesse

the wine is made in demi-muids and rests sur lattes for a minimum of 24 months

2023 Domaine Chandon de Briailles Ile des Vergelesses Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru, France Leipold Coming from one of theArrives January 2026. Many argue that le des Vergelesses should be classified as a Grand Cru. Its true that in the best years, with its eastern exposure and mid slope location, it behaves as a Grand Cru. Chandon de Briailles has a healthy three hectares planted to pinot noir, located in an area with a nice slope, and a good mix of clay and limestone. Ile is steeper than Les Vergelesses so the vines struggle more, giving the wine more complexity. It